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Z535MResidential ZTrak™ Mower with 48-, 54-, or 62-in. Deck

25-hp (18.6 kW)* V-Twin cyclonic engine

Cyclonic air-management system reduces filter maintenance for longer engine life

Reducing the amount of re-cutting enables more power to be used to cut incoming grass, which greatly improves mower capacity.

Helps maintain excellent cut quality at faster mowing speeds

Clean flow of material out of discharge area prevents cut material from interfering with cutting the incoming grass, making it possible for the blades to cut incoming material cleanly.

Even in mulching mode, cut evenness is improved compared to other designs because the additional depth allows for continuous circulation, optimal re-cutting, and an even distribution of clippings.

Productivity - getting the job done fast

Right side of Accel Deep 48A Mower Deck

Deep mower-deck stamping gives high productivity, which gets the job done fast. It allows the cut and suspended material room to exit the deck quickly, reducing the amount of recutting so more power is available to process incoming grass:

How MulchControl works

MulchControl is an innovative, simple design that is easy to use and maintain:

The MulchControl attachment includes baffles to control the flow of material under the deck.

The MulchControl baffle, or divider, between the left and middle spindles is about half way down. The height is designed to balance the mulching and side-discharge modes.

When the MulchControl baffle is open, the divider between the left and middle spindles passes a portion of the material to the discharge opening, along with the material from the middle and right spindle areas.

When the MulchControl baffle is closed, the material stays within the deck and gets chopped into mulch and deposited in the turf.

Superior durability is designed in

Spindle pocket

Mower wheels are double captured

The 48A Mower Deck has strong spindle pockets, to keep the blades aligned, even after years of tough service:

Ribs in the deck shell add strength where it is needed.

The 48A has a 23 percent heavier overall weight than the Edge™ Xtra 48-in. (122-cm) Mower Deck used on previous machines.

Mower wheels are double-captured:

Provides greater strength and durability for longer, trouble-free life.

Single-bolt adjustment makes setting wheels to the correct height for the cutting height quick and easy.

Low-tension belt-drive design reduces the side load on engine lower bearings and mower deck bearings for longer life.

The 48A Mower Deck features a 5/8-in. (16-mm) diameter solid-steel rod side bumper that provides extra strength and protection.

Versatility - easy to change between side discharge, mulch, and bagging modes

The 48A Mower is designed for maximum versatility, providing the greatest ease in changing from one mower discharge mode to another:

With the optional MulchControl attachment installed (along with the special mulching blades), changing from side-discharge to mulching or vice versa is done with the simple flip of a lever.

The Power Flow rear bagger can be used with the MulchControl attachment and blades installed - by simply placing the MulchControl lever in the side-discharge position.

MulchControl option

The MulchControl attachment for the 48A Mower Deck makes mulching more practical for many mowing situations because it not only does an excellent job of mulching but it also allows the mower to be easily converted for times when it is more desirable to side discharge or collect the lawn material. Advantages of mulching grass clippings include:

The MulchControl handle is located on top of the mower deck and used to open and close the discharge baffle.

The operator is required to get off of the machine in order to engage or disengage mulch mode.

Changing from mulching to side discharge or vice versa takes only a few seconds.

MulchControl is well-suited to the following mowing situations:

Usually mulch, but side discharge when grass gets too long

Usually side-discharge, but would like to be able to close the chute to control clippings

Always mulch a main lawn, but often side discharge secondary lawns

Bag clippings, but want to go farther before emptying bags

MulchControl puts the operator in control of the clippings. Now the operator can have all the benefits of mulching with the ability to easily change to side discharge or bagging when needed.

While in the side-discharge mode, MulchControl will still mulch about one-third of the material. Therefore, the side-discharge mode is essentially a partial-mulch mode. This can be an advantage when side discharging or bagging, as it helps to reduce the amount of material being discharged. Other times this could work as a disadvantage:

When cutting strong southern grasses, such as Zoysia and Bermuda

When cutting in wet, high-growth conditions, such as those found in the Pacific Northwest United States

Reducing the amount of recutting enables more power to be used to cut incoming grass, which greatly improves mower capacity.

Helps maintain excellent cut quality at faster mowing speeds

Clean flow of material out of discharge area prevents cut material from interfering with cutting the incoming grass, making it possible for the blades to cut incoming material cleanly.

Even in mulching mode, cut evenness is improved compared to other designs because the additional depth allows for continuous circulation, optimal recutting, and an even distribution of clippings.

Productivity - getting the job done fast

Right side of Accel Deep 54A Mower Deck

Deep mower-deck stamping gives high productivity, which gets the job done fast. It allows the cut and suspended material room to exit the deck quickly, reducing the amount of re-cutting so more power is available to process incoming grass:

Large discharge opening is both high and wide to handle more material:

Gives a smooth, even discharge of clippings at all mowing speeds

Reduces the chance of plugging, especially important when operating in wet, thick, or dense grass and when bagging

The 54A Power Flow™ blower has an inlet housing with over 50 percent greater area than the 48X Power Flow blower used on previous machines.

Cleanliness - for the mower and the operator

Accel Deep 54A Mower Deck

Accel Deep 54A Mower Deck

The flat-top shape of the deck stamping is optimal for keeping itself and the operator clean:

There are few places to catch and hold material on top and underneath the deck.

Top of deck stays cleaner, reducing time and effort needed for cleaning and service

Underside of deck is self-cleaning to maintain optimum performance without buildup of material to interfere with the flow of air and clippings

Less need to clean and remove build-up of material from underside deck

The depth of the Accel Deep Mower Deck minimizes the amount of material that escapes from the front of the deck

Limited amount of material to drift onto the operator and mower deck

Even for material discharged out the chute, less re-cutting results in larger pieces that are less likely to end up on the operator

Mulching prevents the discharge of material completely and the MulchControl attachment makes mulching a practical solution for most mowing situations.

Cleaning a mower deck, both top and bottom, is one of the most frequent maintenance activities:

The flat-top design reduces places for material to build up and makes material that does collect easy to remove.

Mower wash port

Mower wash port with hose connector

A wash port is provided to make cleaning the underside of the mower deck easy.

Hose connector is included with the mower deck.

How MulchControl works

MulchControl baffle open

MulchControl baffle closed

MulchControl is an innovative, simple design that is easy to use and maintain:

The MulchControl attachment includes baffles to control the flow of material under the deck.

The MulchControl baffle, or divider, between the left and middle spindles is about half way down. The height is designed to balance the mulching and side-discharge modes.

When the MulchControl baffle is open, the divider between the left and middle spindles passes a portion of the material to the discharge opening, along with the material from the middle and right spindle areas.

When the MulchControl baffle is closed, the material stays within the deck and gets chopped into mulch and deposited in the turf.

Superior durability is designed in

Spindle pocket

Mower wheels are double captured

The 54A Mower Deck has strong spindle pockets, to keep the blades aligned, even after years of tough service:

Ribs in the deck shell add strength where it is needed.

Mower wheels are double captured:

Provides greater strength and durability for longer, trouble-free life.

Single-bolt adjustment makes setting wheels to the correct height for the cutting height quick and easy.

Low-tension belt-drive design reduces the side load on engine lower bearings and mower deck bearings for longer life.

The 54A Mower Deck features a 5/8-in. (16-mm) diameter solid-steel rod side bumper that provides extra strength and protection.

Versatility - easy to change between side discharge, mulch, and bagging modes

The 54A Mower is designed for maximum versatility, providing the greatest ease in changing from one mower discharge mode to another:

With the optional MulchControl attachment installed (along with the special mulching blades), changing from side discharge to mulching or vice versa is done with the simple flip of a lever.

The Power Flow rear bagger can be used with the MulchControl attachment and blades installed - by simply placing the MulchControl lever in the side discharge position.

MulchControl option

The MulchControl attachment for the 54A Mower Deck makes mulching more practical for many mowing situations because it not only does an excellent job of mulching but it also allows the mower to be easily converted for times when it is more desirable to side discharge or collect the lawn material. Advantages of mulching grass clippings include:

The MulchControl handle is located on top of the mower deck and used to open and close the discharge baffle.

The operator is required to get off of the machine in order to engage or disengage mulch mode.

Changing from mulching to side discharge or vice versa takes only a few seconds.

MulchControl is well-suited to the following mowing situations:

Usually mulch, but side discharge when grass gets too long

Usually side-discharge, but would like to be able to close the chute to control clippings

Always mulch a main lawn, but often side discharge secondary lawns

Bag clippings, but want to go farther before emptying bags

MulchControl puts the operator in control of the clippings. Now the operator can have all the benefits of mulching with the ability to easily change to side discharge or bagging when needed.

While in the side-discharge mode, MulchControl will still mulch about one third of the material. Therefore, the side-discharge mode is essentially a partial-mulch mode. This can be an advantage when side discharging or bagging, as it helps to reduce the amount of material being discharged. Other times this could work as a disadvantage:

When cutting strong southern grasses, such as Zoysia and Bermuda

When cutting in wet, high-growth conditions, such as those found in the Pacific Northwest United States

When optimum bagging and lawn clean-up is desired

The Edge™ Cutting System 62-in. (157-cm) Mower Deck can take on the biggest mowing jobs

Z540M with 62-in. (157-cm) Edge Mower Deck

62-in. (157-cm) Edge Mower Deck on Z540M

The 62-in. (157-cm) Mower is a deep-deck design:

Mower can side-discharge or mulch.

Durable plastic deflector spreads grass clippings evenly across the lawn, is hinged, and can be raised to minimize the storage space required.

Features of the 62-in. (157-cm) Mower Deck include:

Deep-deck design does a superior job of lifting grass for a clean, even cut.

Safety

Buyer's notes

Note 1

Mower wash port makes cleaning the deck easier

Note 2

Flip-up foot platform for easy service access

Note 3

18-position adjustable motion-control levers

U.S. warranty

4 year or 300 hour bumper-to-bumper* (*Term limited to years or hours used, whichever comes first, and varies by model. See the LIMITED WARRANTY FOR NEW JOHN DEERE TURF AND UTILITY EQUIPMENT at JohnDeere.com or JohnDeere.ca/TUWarranty for details.)